I had primary closed rhinoplasty 3 weeks ago and everything is going fine. My breathing is improving daily and I can tell the swelling is going down where the bones were broken, where the bump was removed, and the tip. However the area in the mid third of my nose where the vertical spreader grafts were placed seems to be creating a slight slight bump...is this normal? The rest of the swelling seems to be steadily reducing and this area doesn't...
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So long as you will not be taking medication or
be placed under anesthesia, the teeth cleaning you have scheduled on the day
before your rhinoplasty should pose no concern. The two procedures are
uncorrelated, and you should rest assured that the results of your nose job
will not be compromised...
Oral steroids for a week immediately after a revision rhinoplasty can help to limit or reduce post-op swelling. Kenalog injections are used by some physicians later in the healing process. Congratulations. Hope you have a great wedding day.
I read your concerns and reviewed your photos:
Rhinoplasty Surgery techniques may be used to remove your profile hump, and deproject your tip. This may lead to a more pleasing nasal appearance.
You may want to consult several experienced Rhinoplasty Surgeons to see what to expect after...
